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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kansas City (MCI) from $48

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Chicago to Kansas City are usually found in August or March, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kansas City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Kansas City (MCI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$99
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kansas City?

Travelers have found that booking a Wednesday departure is the best way to save up to 32% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to MCI?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Kansas City in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Chicago and Kansas City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've come across from Chicago to Kansas City. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 6/123:15 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$145
Wed 6/198:24 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$148
Sat 6/158:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$165
Wed 6/125:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$175
Wed 6/265:30 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/295:40 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$176
Tue 7/28:24 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/35:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$177
Tue 7/211:50 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/35:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$185
Thu 6/136:49 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/177:08 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$191
Fri 6/215:30 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/245:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$197

Cheap United Airlines flights from Chicago to Kansas City

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Chicago and Kansas City. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from Chicago to Kansas City. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/226:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$99
Fri 6/217:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/246:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$121
Mon 6/247:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/276:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$157
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$159
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$160
Fri 6/287:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$168
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/216:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$189
Wed 6/197:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$198
Mon 7/17:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/26:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$207

Cheap Chicago to Kansas City flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Kansas City specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chicago to Kansas City in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 6/287:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/306:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$99
Wed 6/267:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/276:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$117
Wed 6/123:15 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$145
Wed 6/198:24 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$148
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$159
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$160
Sat 6/158:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$165
Fri 6/287:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$168
Sat 6/154:46 pmORD - MCI
1 stop6h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$173

Chicago to Kansas City 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Kansas City in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Chicago to Kansas City in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 7/177:01 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/227:50 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop18h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$154
Wed 7/177:01 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/227:50 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop18h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$156
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$159
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$160
Wed 8/217:03 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 57mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/236:51 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/28$163
Sat 6/158:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$165
Wed 7/177:01 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/235:29 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop25h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$167
Fri 6/287:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$168
Wed 7/177:01 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/227:50 pmMCI - ORD
2 stops21h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$169

Non-stop flights to Kansas City from Chicago

Discover non-stop flight options from Chicago to Kansas City. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from Chicago to Kansas City. Search for alternative flights from Chicago to Kansas City by utilizing the search form above.
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$159
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/236:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$160
Sat 6/158:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/195:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$165
Fri 6/287:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$168
Tue 7/28:24 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/35:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$177
Thu 6/207:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/216:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$189
Thu 6/136:49 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/177:08 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$191
Sat 6/158:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/185:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$198
Wed 7/33:15 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/75:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$203

Chicago to Kansas City flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Kansas City for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Chicago to Kansas City departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sat 6/86:50 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$234
Sat 6/85:09 amORD - MCI
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$242
Fri 6/77:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/306:00 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$257
Wed 6/51:57 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/127:08 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$260
Sat 6/85:09 amORD - MCI
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/215:48 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$265
Wed 6/59:45 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/125:33 pmMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$268
Sat 6/89:37 pmORD - MCI
3 stops32h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/118:55 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop14h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/28$269
Sat 6/89:37 pmORD - MCI
3 stops32h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/115:10 amMCI - ORD
3 stops27h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/28$271
Wed 6/512:20 pmORD - MCI
1 stop4h 39mDelta
Wed 6/123:27 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/29$279

One-way flights to Kansas City from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Kansas City. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Chicago to Kansas City can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Chicago to Kansas City should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 9/105:35 pmORD - MCI
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/28$48
Sun 6/307:00 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$50
Wed 7/33:15 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$59
Wed 7/107:01 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$62
Wed 8/287:03 amORD - MCI
1 stop11h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/30$64
Tue 8/275:35 pmORD - MCI
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$68
Tue 8/278:00 amORD - MCI
3 stops22h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$74
Wed 6/127:40 amORD - MCI
3 stops22h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$76
Wed 8/288:00 amORD - MCI
2 stops11h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/29$77

Find flights from Chicago to Kansas City within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Kansas City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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$99 - $266

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Price

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/20

Nonstop1h 39m

Kansas City

Sat 6/22

Nonstop1h 41m

$99

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/21

Nonstop1h 39m

Kansas City

Mon 6/24

Nonstop1h 41m

$121

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/12

Nonstop1h 28m

Kansas City

Wed 6/19

Nonstop1h 37m

$145

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/19

Nonstop1h 34m

Kansas City

Fri 6/21

Nonstop1h 37m

$148

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/17

1 stop11h 53m

Kansas City

Mon 7/22

1 stop18h 59m

$154

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/28

1 stop24h 41m

Kansas City

Mon 7/1

1 stop24h 36m

$212

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/30

1 stop4h 58m

Kansas City

Sat 11/2

1 stop6h 42m

$226

Chicago MidwayKansas City

MDW - MCI

MDWMCI

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/14

1 stop26h 40m

Kansas City

Mon 9/16

1 stop16h 07m

$242

Chicago O'Hare IntlKansas City

ORD - MCI

ORDMCI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/28

1 stop24h 41m

Kansas City

Tue 7/2

1 stop18h 35m

$266

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on May 24, 2024.
Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Kansas City. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Kansas City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kansas City. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Kansas City flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kansas City from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Temperature and rainfall in Kansas City by month

Plan your trip to Kansas City by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MKC

Temperature

28.4 - 78.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Kansas City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kansas City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kansas City. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Sun Country Air from Chicago to Kansas City to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,284 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kansas City from Chicago?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Kansas City is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kansas City from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Kansas City (MCI) should be relatively easy as there are 27 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Kansas City for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Kansas City for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $99, but on average you can expect to pay $160.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Kansas City for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Kansas City under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Kansas City is less than $207.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Kansas City for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Kansas City within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Kansas City?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Chicago to Kansas City on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 57 flights from Chicago to Kansas City a day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 21% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 37% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 42% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Kansas City?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines can get you from Chicago to Kansas City in just under 1h 28m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 25m. The distance between Chicago and Kansas City is about 404 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Kansas City is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $99 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, starting at $145 and $154 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Kansas City for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Kansas City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $48 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $50 and American Airlines from $59 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Kansas City?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Kansas City consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), SkyWest Airlines (91%) or Air Wisconsin (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kansas City?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Kansas City is $70. On average you can expect to pay $335. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kansas City), can usually be booked for $154.

  • What does ORD to MCI mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while MCI stands for Kansas City Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Kansas City that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Kansas City flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Kansas City with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Kansas City flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Kansas City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Kansas City flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Kansas City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Kansas City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Kansas City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Kansas City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Kansas City that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Kansas City offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chicago to Kansas City?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Kansas City flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chicago to Kansas City flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Kansas City flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

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    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kansas City (average of $296). Flying from Chicago to Kansas City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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United AirlinesCheapest$111Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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